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Saint-Fiacre-sur-Maine walks
Between Saint-Fiacre and Château-Thébaud
Visorando Member
7.25 mi
+430 ft
-456 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Fiacre-sur-Maine (Loire-Atlantique)
This loop mainly takes place in the vineyards between Saint-Fiacre-sur-Maine and Château-Thébaud, south of Nantes. It offers some lovely views, particularly at the Belvédère de Château-Thébaud, which overlooks the Maine. The circuit follows farm tracks through the vineyards (some of which may be private). The landscape changes with the seasons and the different colours of the vineyards.
Circular between La Haye-Fouassière and Le Pallet
10.21 mi
+486 ft
-486 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Haie-Fouassière (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike starts at the port of La Haye-Fouassière and follows a circular route along the south bank of the Sèvre Nantaise to Monnières (on the Way of St James), with an optional detour to the reservoir on the Sèvre at Le Pallet (approximately 15 km without this option).
It offers commanding views over the Sèvre and its surroundings and often winds its way through vineyards.
The Sèvre, its hillsides and mills between Vertou and La Haye-Fouassière
7.67 mi
+233 ft
-220 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vertou (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike takes place mainly on paths. Going from village to village, it offers a beautiful variety of landscapes: there are both wide-open views of the vineyards and the Sèvre Nantaise valley, and wooded passages, particularly along the banks of the Sèvre.
It can be enjoyed in any season, with the colours and light offering ever-changing pleasures!
A circular walk around the Sèvre, its hillsides and vineyards, starting from the Port de la Ramée
6.48 mi
+157 ft
-135 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Vertou (Loire-Atlantique)
This circular walk, starting from the lovely Port de la Ramée in the town of Vertou, takes us from paths along the banks of the Sèvre to hillsides and woods, before returning via superb vineyards, a point of interest, and the riverbank.
Short circular loop starting from Gué Joubert
3.45 mi
+164 ft
-161 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Maisdon-sur-Sèvre (Loire-Atlantique)
Traditional houses, superb paths through the vineyards, shady banks of the Sèvre: a wonderful itinerary!
Circular loop starting from Gué Joubert
8.02 mi
+308 ft
-302 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Maisdon-sur-Sèvre (Loire-Atlantique)
Traditional houses, a superb walk through the vineyards, and the shaded banks of the Sèvre Nantaise: a wonderful itinerary!
A ‘Vines and Villages’ route in La Haie-Fouassière
7.21 mi
+164 ft
-151 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Haie-Fouassière (Loire-Atlantique)
This route, which runs mainly through the vineyards, offers some unobstructed, elevated views over the vineyards (where Muscadet is the main wine produced). It shares some sections with the yellow-marked ‘Vignobles en Villages’ route; do not rely on this signage but follow the directions below.
The route alternates between sections on low-traffic roads and paths or farm tracks through the vineyards.
Between Vertou and Saint-Fiacre via Portillon
10.77 mi
+492 ft
-489 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vertou (Loire-Atlantique)
A walk along the banks of the Sèvre and through the vineyards. Lovely view of Saint-Fiacre.
Through the woods and vineyards south of Vertou
7.21 mi
+210 ft
-184 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vertou (Loire-Atlantique)
A family hike that crosses villages, forests, woods and vineyards south of Vertou. A circular route starting from the École de l'Enclos, which largely follows the Portillon route.
Between Sèvre Nantaise, vineyards and mills
5.76 mi
+151 ft
-171 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Le Pallet (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike starts on the north bank of the Sèvre Nantaise but mainly takes place on the south bank. It offers both beautiful views along the river and panoramic views over the vineyards. It is accessible all year round in principle, but in wet weather, some sections may be muddy.
Circular Maisdon-sur-Sévre to Aigrefeuille
13.27 mi
+610 ft
-636 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Maisdon-sur-Sèvre (Loire-Atlantique)
The section that follows the Maine valley is absolutely superb. The rest of the route consists of a few small roads, mostly paths, vineyards and woods.
Practical information: two variants are available, which, when combined, reduce the route from 21 km to approximately 16.5 km.
Circuit along the banks of the Sèvre Nantaise and vineyards from Le Pallet
5.40 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Pallet (Loire-Atlantique)
This walk takes you along the Sèvre Nantaise, passing through a small port and winding its way through the Muscadet vineyards, while you admire the small, typical, historic villages of the Nantes vineyards.
A walk through the vineyards above the Goulaine Marshes
7.77 mi
+358 ft
-358 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Haute-Goulaine (Loire-Atlantique)
Right in the heart of Muscadet country, the Butte de la Roche juts out between two expanses – the Marais de Goulaine, which are flooded in winter. As you make your way through vineyards and hamlets, you follow the hillside to the Moulin du Pé. Like a landmark, this white column and its pointed neighbour dominate the landscape and mark the direction to follow. The return journey to the Pont de Louen takes you along the ridge of the Butte de la Roche.
Between the vineyards and the Marais de Goulaine
Association / Club / Walk leader
18.19 mi
+328 ft
-312 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Haute-Goulaine (Loire-Atlantique)
There are numerous points of interest on or near the route. Explore the market gardens, then the Marais de Goulaine. Next, you’ll be treated to a sweeping panorama as you climb the Butte de la Roche.
Le Loroux-Bottereau between Pont de Louen and the village
10.11 mi
+427 ft
-407 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Haute-Goulaine (Loire-Atlantique)
Starting at Pont de Louen on the banks of the Goulaine (and its marsh in winter), this route immediately climbs to the Butte de la Roche to overlook the area, with a panoramic view as far as Nantes. It then winds its way between vineyards and charming hamlets, with other panoramic views such as at the Moulin du Pé. Crossing the village of Loroux-Bottereau, it then makes a circular route back to the hill and the starting point.
From the mills to the vineyards in Aigrefeuille-sur-Maine
6.51 mi
+413 ft
-430 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aigrefeuille-sur-Maine (Loire-Atlantique)
A walk along the riverbank, following the Maine and passing through vineyards. At the start, a sign suggests several circular loops of varying difficulty. Part of the route runs alongside the Maine on well-marked, fairly shaded paths. The section through the vineyards is open and offers a beautiful panoramic view as you walk.
On the edge of the Goulaine Marshes, market gardens and vineyards
5.40 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Loroux-Bottereau (Loire-Atlantique)
The Marais de Goulaine, its landscapes, flora and fauna, two châteaux, market gardens and vineyards. A whole programme of discovery! These highly diverse landscapes, this almost wild nature alongside market gardens and vineyards, are among the nature trails we love to explore.
From Basse Goulaine to the Islands of Saint-Sébastien-sur-Loire
7.47 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Basse-Goulaine (Loire-Atlantique)
The paths, the islands, the golf course and the horses make for a route that can be adapted to three different lengths on flat terrain and in all seasons. Enjoy it alone, in a group or with the family.
Briacé Pillars Route
4.64 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Landreau (Loire-Atlantique)
Learn about the history of the pillars of the large Briacé estate in the last century and discover splendid views over the vineyards.
Between vineyards and marshes at Le Landreau
7.89 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Landreau (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the vineyards, panoramic views and the Landreau marshes on this walk.